Synopsis

Now a major motion picture

A great modern classic and the prelude to THE LORD OF THE RINGS

Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely traveling any farther than his pantry or cellar. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard Gandalf and a company of dwarves arrive on his doorstep one day to whisk him away on an adventure. They have launched a plot to raid the treasure hoard guarded by Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon. Bilbo reluctantly joins their quest, unaware that on his journey to the Lonely Mountain he will encounter both a magic ring and a frightening creature known as Gollum.

“A glorious account of a magnificent adventure, filled with suspense and seasoned with a quiet humor that is irresistible . . . All those, young or old, who love a fine adventurous tale, beautifully told, will take The Hobbit to their hearts.” – New York Times Book Review

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June 3rd, 2014

This book is a great book. I think who ever has a good interest in fantasy this is definitely your book to read.

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Zach

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Excellent reading

May 16th, 2014

Best book I've read in years. Why did I wait so long to read

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Gummadoom

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January 24th, 2014

If you love fantasy novels, this is the book to read. It's well written, a page turner and a classic. Even if you're not a Tolkien fan, both the young and not so young will enjoy Bilbo's adventure.

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Anonymous

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January 23rd, 2014

I read this book for school a long time ago but read it recently because it was just an amazing adventure book that you had to read it again to be reminded of the journey. I will always love this book!

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Seen

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1 person found this helpful

January 23rd, 2014

Great book! One should read it before watching the movie - there's so much color that's added, not that the movie isn't well done.

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Anonymous

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January 23rd, 2014

This book is great book for young mature readers. I found this book to be a very quick read and very vivid.

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samsedor

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January 23rd, 2014

A great book echos in your mind long after you've read it. It also begs rereading to incorporate it's "DNA" into your thoughts. The Hobbit is such a book. It's so much more than a basic fantasy/adventure book with its religious and philosophical underpinnings that will challenge your thinking. That being said, it's a rollicking good story that can be read to your kids.

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Kevin

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January 23rd, 2014

A very interesting and captivating read. It takes you into the adventure better than the 3D movie. This book is a definate keep for years to come, it has a place in my personal library shelve, amongst the Lord Of The Rings novel.

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Anonymous

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January 23rd, 2014

It is a good introduction to middle earth and its inhabitants.

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Elyzha

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January 23rd, 2014

The only thing stopping this book from getting five stars is that the ending left me wanting to read more. The life of a Hobbit told in great details. Enough details to make you feel you were on the journey with them to raid the treasure.

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Sophia B

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January 23rd, 2014

Classic book. I reread it every decade and love how Tolkien is such a superb storyteller. He makes the pages come alive on the book. He has created such a vivid story that immerses you in it immediately.

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christine

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January 23rd, 2014

My kids and I love the works of JRR Tolkien. Bilbo's adventures are Tolkiens take on living out the virtues of truth, integrity and living and honorable life and belief in a higher power.

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maryjane l

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January 23rd, 2014

This book took me on a great adventure. I have read all the book's in this series and the author was so specific in detail that I could picture the scenes in my head . I also bought the series for my son who never reads and he loved them. This book and series are a great read for any age .

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Robyn Hunter

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January 23rd, 2014

I actually read this in school the first time, it was a wonderful book. I have not seen the movie and I just hope it is true to the book. A great adventure and my fav will always be smogg.

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jessy r

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January 23rd, 2014

An obvious classic, only improves with time and unlike other best sellers brought to life, is actually enhanced by being the subject of a major motion picture (or four).
The brevity with which the story is written allows the reader to take in the story in one go, or over the course of months without loosing themselves in the minute details and twists, while still carrying a depth that allows The Hobbit to remain a classic for years to come.

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nick e

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January 23rd, 2014

JRR Tolkien was a great author. His attention to detail and description makes you feel as though you are in the scene he is describing. Very captivating adventure.

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hope

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January 23rd, 2014

It's a must read! It's worth the length of read for the story line.

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Tiffany Danielle P

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January 23rd, 2014

Love this book has action, fighting adventure all in one :) anyone who loves books should enjoy this book I know I did :)